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Maritime Security Services
The IMO's (International Maritime Organization) new International Ship and Port Facility Security
Code (ISPS Code) went into effect on July 1, 2004, introducing for the first time an internationally agreed
framework for maritime security standards. Significant new requirements were placed on contracting states, and
also on operators of port facilities and cargo and passenger ships. This action by the IMO, together with
parallel moves by the EU and the US Government, has created a fast-growing market for maritime security
consulting and assistance with implementation of the new regulations.
ICTS Europe is building on its experience in the transport sector to become a major supplier of maritime
security services. In 2004 the company established a new Maritime Security Division, placing Mr. Ashley
Reeve - former Head of Maritime Security in the UK Department for Transport - at its helm.
ICTS Europe has formed a strategic alliance with Maritime and Underwater Security Consultants Ltd. (MUSC)
of the UK, which has approved-trainer status in the UK and a worldwide reputation as leading ISPS
consultants. ICTS Europe and MUSC together can cover all the needs of the maritime industry, from formal
ISPS Code Assessments and Plans, assistance with training, procurement, exercises and drills, through to
implementation of measures, and operation of a security regime on a day-to-day basis.
ICTS Europe has a full array of maritime security products. These include not only screening, guarding, patrolling
and access control, but also innovative solutions to freight screening, integration of security with other processes
to improve economy, and equipment lease. Maritime Security Products are:
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Assistance
to client in getting started: recruitment and training
of operational staff, writing manuals and security plans,
developing procedures |
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Port and Ship
Security Assessments: vulnerability assessments, security
surveys and advice on counter-measures |
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Financial Arrangements:
including provision of equipment on lease |
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Screening of people and
their personal effects: cruise ship passengers, crew and
visitors, and at entry to port facilities when required.
Use of hand-search, metal detectors and X-ray machines,
including advanced techniques such as Threat Image Projection |
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Landside and Seaward Protection:
for ships and port facilities, including counter-piracy
advice, measures and equipment |
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Monitoring of CCTV and
Intruder Detection Systems (e.g., Smart Fence): security
patrolling, with guard dogs if required |
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Manning of access control
point to port facilities |
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Vehicle screen/search on
entry to port facilities. Screening of freight, stores
and vehicles using ICTS Europe’s unique RASCargO™
product, for ship’s stores, cargo containers and
lorries, coaches and cars on ferries |
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Emergency Planning, including
crisis management and business continuity |
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